Swim Instructor

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

 

Provide swim lessons to increase skill and safety in and around water. This position provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND TASKS

Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques. Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.

Able to act quickly and appropriately to secure the safety of patrons in the event of an emergency.

Present professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintain a high standard of customer service.

Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Properly maintain facility cleanliness 

Enforce facility rules 

Prepare and maintain appropriate activity reports.

Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures.

Able to follow routine verbal and written instructions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RECRUITMENT SELECTION AND GUIDELINES

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

 

Ability to work on weekends and evenings

Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations

Highly-skilled in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques

Strong knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedure and current CPR/First Aid certification

Ability to accurately prepare routine administrative paperwork

Excellent customer service skills

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

 

Must be able to perform active work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally.

 

Must possess the visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures, to operate a computer, and to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

 

Exposure to pool chemicals, including chlorine.

 

 

DESIRABLE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

 

 

Have or obtain a valid CPR/ First Aid/ AED Certification:

 

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor or Basic Swim Instructor (BSI) Certifications.  Have or obtain by May 30, 2024